/ATL/ASSET002 - Table for reval. dep. area does not exist, create it

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ATL/ASSET -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Table for reval. dep. area does not exist, create it

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ATL/ASSET002 - Table for reval. dep. area does not exist, create it ?

  The SAP error message /ATL/ASSET002 indicates that there is an issue with the depreciation area in the Asset Accounting module. Specifically, it means that the system is trying to perform a revaluation for a depreciation area that has not been defined in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, solution, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Depreciation Area: The depreciation area that is being referenced for the asset does not exist in the system. This can happen if the configuration for the asset is incomplete or if the depreciation area was not set up correctly.
  Incorrect Configuration: The asset master data may be configured to use a depreciation area that has not been created in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If assets were migrated from another system, there may have been issues during the migration process that resulted in missing depreciation areas.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create the Depreciation Area:
  
  Go to the transaction code OAYZ (or navigate through the menu: Accounting > Financial Accounting > Asset Accounting > Master Data > Depreciation Areas > Define Depreciation Areas).
  Check if the required depreciation area exists. If it does not, you will need to create it.
  Define the necessary settings for the depreciation area, including the type of depreciation, calculation methods, and any other relevant parameters.
  
  
  
  Check Asset Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code AS02 to display the asset master data.
  Verify the depreciation areas assigned to the asset. Ensure that they match the configured depreciation areas in the system.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If the depreciation area is not needed, you may need to adjust the asset configuration to use a different, existing depreciation area.
  Ensure that all relevant settings in the Asset Accounting configuration are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance on configuring depreciation areas and resolving related issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  AS01: Create Asset
  AS02: Change Asset
  AS03: Display Asset
  OAYZ: Define Depreciation Areas
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the asset can be processed as expected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /ATL/ASSET002 and ensure that your asset accounting processes function correctly.